Fully Renovated 1894 / 5 Bedrooms / 3222 sq ft/ Walk to School, Park, and Golf Course
Built in 1894 and fully renovated, this charming 3,222 sq ft home blends historic character with modern comfort.
The main floor offers a spacious living room with a gas fireplace and built-in cabinetry, a separate TV room, library, or playroom, a large eat-in kitchen with painted custom cabinets, pantry, stainless steel appliances, plus an adjoining dining room. The main-floor primary suite includes a bath with jetted tub, heated floor, and large walk-in closet with built-ins. A second full bath features a walk-in shower and laundry area.
A versatile bonus room with a private entrance is perfect for a family room, home office, fitness or hobby room or small business.
Upstairs you’ll find four spacious bedrooms, all with walk-in closets, and an additional bathroom with a shower. A 900 sq ft partial basement provides abundant storage space.
Additional Features Include:
•. New roof (2026)
•. All-electric heat with an energy efficient mini- split system
•. 26x26 attached garage
•. 9x17 enclosed porch
• Private fenced backyard with pergola and fire pit
Bonus: The buyer will have first option to purchase the nearby lot featuring a 24x32 shop, 10x24 storage shed, and garden space.
For sale by owner
$289,000
207 W 2nd St, Newell, IA 50568
5beds
3,222sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1894
7,500 Square Feet Lot
$215,200 Zestimate®
$90/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Adjoining dining roomLaundry areaBuilt-in cabinetryMain-floor primary suiteStainless steel appliances
What the owner loves about this home
This home offers the perfect combination of spaciousness and everyday convenience. While it’s large enough to accommodate a growing family and frequent guests, the main living areas are all on one level, making daily life comfortable and practical.
One of our favorite things has been hosting holidays and family gatherings. With plenty of room for everyone to relax and stay overnight, this home has been the backdrop for countless celebrations and lasting memories.
The versatile bonus room has been another standout feature. For more than twenty years, it served as our insurance office, providing a quiet, dedicated workspace just steps from home. Whether you’re looking for a home office, hobby room, playroom, or guest space, it offers the flexibility to fit your lifestyle.
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Listed by:
Property Owner (712) 291-1350
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Other, Electric, Other
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Other, Carpet, Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,222 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
Features
- Exterior features: Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 7,500 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1617456001
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1894
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Newell
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $90/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $167,020
- Annual tax amount: $2,658
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
Estimated market value
$215,200
$185,000 - $245,000
$1,992/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,000-2.9%$90/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2024 | Listing removed | $297,500-6.7%$92/sqft |
Source: My State MLS #11275703 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $319,000+2558.3%$99/sqft |
Source: My State MLS #11275703 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2000 | Sold | $12,000$4/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,658 +4.7% | $167,020 |
| 2023 | $2,538 +6.6% | $167,020 +30.4% |
| 2022 | $2,380 +7.4% | $128,090 |
| 2021 | $2,216 +2.6% | $128,090 +8.4% |
| 2020 | $2,160 -1.9% | $118,140 |
| 2019 | $2,201 +8.4% | $118,140 +8% |
| 2018 | $2,030 +0.7% | $109,430 |
| 2017 | $2,016 -0.7% | $109,430 +1.4% |
| 2016 | $2,030 | $107,970 +3.9% |
| 2015 | $2,030 +7.1% | $103,940 |
| 2014 | $1,896 +14.8% | $103,940 |
| 2013 | $1,652 +13.9% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,450 | $103,940 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50568
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Newell-Fonda Lower Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Newell-Fonda Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Newell-Fonda High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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- Iowa
- Buena Vista County
- Newell
- 50568
- 207 W 2nd St



